Cork Wine Bar and Cork Market & Tasting Room are the creations of Logan Circle residents Diane Gross and Khalid Pitts.
The wine bar offers at least 50 wines by the glass and 250 bottles from small producers around the world. It is an affordable, casually elegant place that demystifies the world of wine by giving you real descriptions of what you are drinking, flights of wine so you can explore different regions and varietals, and suggestions for pairing our wines with our offerings of plates to share.
The market is a boutique wine store with over 300 selections of small production, sustainably made wines. The market also offers freshly prepared food, cheese, and charcuterie, as well as specialty food items. Cork Market hosts regular wine tastings, classes and other special wine events. The Tasting Room is a beautiful loft space where we hold our wine-related events, and is also available to reserve for private events.
We created Cork because we wanted to share our love of delicious food and wine with our community in a comfortable atmosphere where the wine and food can be appreciated by everyone.
Cork is not merely a place to enjoy food and wine, but a place to discover and share information about wine. Visit our Events section for information on upcoming wine tastings and classes.
Diane and Khalid opened Cork Wine Bar in January 2008 in their Logan Circle neighborhood with the dream of creating a welcoming space for people to come with friends and family to try outstanding wines, often from unexplored regions of the world, paired with good, simple, local food. In December 2009, the couple expanded their offerings with the debut of Cork Market & Tasting Room. Khalid is a long-time social justice activist and is currently the National Political Director for the Sierra Club and a member of the Executive Board of the D.C. Health Benefit Exchange Authority. Prior to co-founding Cork, Diane was a civil rights lawyer and was General Counsel to Senator Barbara Mikulski. They live in Logan Circle with their two children.
Jason Schreuder
Executive Chef
A native of Eastern Long Island, Jason graduated from the University of Maryland in 1999 with a degree in political science. Despite his interest in pursuing a career in law, he was unable to overcome his passion for cooking. Jason is a graduate of the International Culinary Center (formerly the French Culinary Institute) in New York City and also a former sous chef both at Cork under the wine bar's first chef, Ron Tanaka, and at Cleveland Park's Ripple. His wide-ranging background includes stints at Jean-Georges' Mercer Kitchen, BLT Fish and San Francisco's Absinthe and NoPA. As Executive Chef, Jason continues his support of local and sustainable products and producers while creating plates to share with a nod to continental cuisine. He resides in Columbia Heights with his wife Tara and their two puppies.
Julio Amador
Assistant General Manager
Julio has been an integral member of the Cork Wine Bar staff since it opened in 2008. He began his career at the restaurant as a bar back, then worked his way up as a busser, server, bartender, bar manager, to where he is today as the restaurant's Assistant General Manager. Throughout his entire time at Cork, Julio has developed excellent relationships with colleagues and customers, making sure the restaurant runs smoothly, effortlessly, and safely. In November 2016, he passed the Introductory Sommelier Course examination at the Court of Master Sommeliers.
House-made Buttermilk Biscuits, sausage gravy, sage $12 Add a fried egg for $3 Hanger Steak and Sunny Side Up Eggs, three herb chimichurri, home fries $17 French Fries tossed with parsley, garlic, lemon, house-made ketchup $7 House-made Sausage with leek fondue and caramelized onions $9
Highland Park - $13 12 Year Redbreast - $14 12 Year High West Double Rye - $12 High West - $23 21 Year Alchemist - $17 Springbank 10 Year MaCallan - $15 12 Year Glenrothes - $18 1994
Sherry
La Cigarrera - $8 Manzanilla El Maestro Sierra - $9 Amontillado, 12 Anõs Alvear - $10 Pedro Ximenez Solera 1927 Gutiérrez Colosía - $11 Sangre y Trabajadero, Oloroso
Calvados
Daron Calvados - $10
Dessert Wines
Château Loupiac-Gaudiet - $12 Loupiac 2008 di Lenardo - $10 “Pass the Cookies" Verduzzo 2010 Royal Tokaji Wine Company - $16 Tokaji Aszú, 5 Puttonyos 2007 Colluta - $15 Picolit, 2007 Castello di Poppiano - $16 Vin Santo
Our Market offers sandwiches and salads prepared in-house daily, as well as a variety of entrees, spreads, salads, quiches and baked treats. The menu changes seasonally, but here are some of our offerings:
Herb marinated buttermilk fried chicken Peruvian grilled chicken Crab cakes Sesame miso grilled Atlantic salmon Garlic scallion grilled shrimp Grilled hanger steak with three herb chimichurri Lamb meatballs Mustard brown sugar glazed pork tenderloin Roasted cauliflower with picholine lives Duck rillettes Chicken liver pate House-made foie gras mousse Farro salad w/ tangerines, baby kale, mint & pine nuts
Garlic and chile sauteed broccoli rabe Cole slaw with herbed vinaigrette German red bliss potato salad Macaroni and blue cheese with pancetta Bruised kale salad with currents and balsamic reduction Beet salad with blood orange, goat cheese and pistachio Olive tapenade Tomato and caramelized onion jam Chimichurri Greek tzatziki Tuscan white bean dip Oil-cured Roma tomatoes Roasted garlic hummus with lemon oil Pesto
Join Us for Restaurant Week! August 15-20 Make your reservations now!Selections from the menu:Avocadotoasted pistachios, pistachio oil, sea salt, grilled breadRoasted Peach & Arugula...
Taste Wine Every Night! 5-7PM We open unusual and celebratory wines to tasteFriday Evenings ~ Staff Favorites 6-8PM Saturday Afternoon ~ Wine Maker/Importer...
Join us in the Tasting Room during the annual Dog Days Sidewalk Sale as we invite some of our good friends to come pour a large selection of international wines. Geoffrey of Potomac Selections will be joined by Arielle of the Country Vintner, Alex from Elite and Sam from Bacchus Imports to showcase some favorites as well as new and exciting wines.
SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! CALL 202-265-2674 OR EMAIL INFO@CORKDC.COM
Tasting is $15 per person
Special Discounts on Wine Purchases for Tasting Participants
Mediterranean Tasting
Saturday, May 27th, 2:00pm
Join us to try new and exciting wines from around the Mediterranean Sea with some of our favorite vendors and small producers! We will be showcasing Morrocan wines by Ouled Thaleb, while our good friends Charles Schneider of Free Run Wines and Marci Weinstein of Constantine Wines Inc, show off their favorite wines from Spain's Mediterranean coast and Greece. You'll find esoteric wines from beyond the beaten path alongside regional favorites. Cruise through the Mediterranean without leaving DC!
SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! CALL 202-265-2674 OR EMAIL INFO@CORKDC.COM Tasting is $25 per person
Special discounts for wine purchases for tasting participants
Potomac Rose Tasting
Thursday, June 15th, 7:00pm
Geoffrey and Ryne of Potomac Selections will be bringing back a longstanding favorite here at Cork, our Rose Tasting! We will be focusing on traditional French Rose, but this year we will also be showcasing Roses from all over the world. You won't want to miss this!
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5 - 7PM
Our Weekday Happy Hour, Where You Can Enjoy Special Prices on Select Wines that are OFF THE LIST!
Every month features a new theme for Cinq à Sept, and provides the opportunity to try wines that are not available on Cork's wine list. We also feature discount pricing on several dishes.
Wine Fundamentals 1
Saturday, June 3rd, 2:00pm
One of our favorite wine reps, Arielle Monaco, will be helping us bring back our wine education program here at Cork! Sharpen your skills while you taste through some of the world's classic wines. Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today!
SATURDAY 8/19 Alberto Panella from Tenth Harvest Pouring Italian Favorites
These tastings are complimentary and special discounts apply on wines purchased. Participants must be 21 years of age or older.
Felluga Tasting
February 21 7:00PM
Learn About Friuli & Marco Felluga! Join Michele Pasqua the "CEO" of Marco Felluga as he explores the wines of Felluga & Russiz Superiore
Taste 8 Wines & Learn from Michele!
Marco Felluga,Collio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia (www.marcofelluga.com) The Marco Felluga winery, A fortified citadel of the Venetian Republic in the 1300s, was founded in 1956. It is situated in Gradisca d'Isonzo, in the province of Gorizia. The winery is both a pioneer in quality as well as innovation. Today Marco's great-grandson, Roberto, heads both the family's Marco Felluga and Russiz Superiore wineries. They control over 250 acres of vineyards, within the most important DOC.
2015 MARCO FELLUGA - "Mongris" Pinot Grigio Collio DOC - 100% Pinot Grigio fermented on the lees in stainless steel.
2015 MARCO FELLUGA - Fruilano Collio DOC -100% Friulano - oldest indigenous grape varietal of Fruili-Venezia Giulia stainless steel fermented
2013 MARCO FELLUGA - "Molamatta" Collio Bianco DOC - Italy's first DOC Collio Bianco 40% Pinot Bianco, 40% Friulano & 20% Ribolla Gialla. (PB fermented and aged in oak the rest only see stainless steel).
2013 MARCO FELLUGA - "Varneri" Merlot Collio DOC - 100% Merlot, 12 months oak cask.
Russiz Superiore, Capriva, Friuli-Venezia Giulia (www.russizsuperiore.it) Russiz Superiore, the pride of Marco Felluga, was acquired in 1967. Named for its ''superior'' or high hill location by a Torre -Tasso prince, in 1273. The Russiz hills provide the ideal environment for both red and white grape production due to their geomorphology, special climate and soil composition of marl and sandstone The Russiz estate is comprised of 40 acres, each varietal in a single vineyard.
2015 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Pinot Grigio Collio DOC - 100% Pinot Grigio from single vineyard fermented on the lees, 85% fermented in stainless steel, 15% in oak.
2015 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Sauvignon Collio DOC - 100% Sauvignon from single vineyard fermented on the lees, 85% fermented in stainless steel, 15% in oak.
2014 RUSSIZ SUPERIORE - Cabernet Franc Collio DOC - 100% Cabernet Franc from single vineyard, fermented in stainless steel aged in small oak casks for 12 months.
DETAILS... When: February 21 @ 7PM Where: Cork Market & Tasting Room What: Felluga Friuli-Venezia Tasting Cost: $25 per person RSVP: Tastings@CorkDC.com or call 202-265-2674 Special discounts on the wines will apply for all tasting guests. Wines will be available for purchase and pre-order.
Valentine's Day
February 14 7:00-9:00PM
RESERVE NOW - SPACE IS LIMITED
Cork Market's 7th Annual Champagne Dinner
Six Champagnes from Wine Traditions paired with New Cork Market Chef Ian Morrison's 6 Course Tasting Menu
We have selected a wonderful group of Champagnes produced by small growers throughout Champagne. Ed and Barbara from Wine Traditions will be on hand to talk about the producers. These unique sparklers are wonderful accompaniments to food and represent some of the best wines of Champagne.
This year the dinner will include all single varietal wines
R. Dumont et Fils, Brut Nature Non Dosé
Perseval-Farge, "La Pucelle", 1er Cru Brut Non Dos
Thierry Triolet, "Vieille Vigne" 2011
R. Dumont et Fils, Brut NV "Pinot Meunier"
R. Dumont et Fils, Brut Blanc de Noir 2006
R. Dumont et Fils, Brut Rosé NV
This tasting is $100 (exclusive of tax & gratuity) & attendance will be limited to 26 people to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of our guests.
WHERE & WHEN Cork Market & Tasting Room 1805 14th Street, NW 202-265-2674
Tuesday, February 14th, 2017 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Space is limited so please RSVP by February 12th to Events@CorkDC.com
Guests must be 21 or over to attend, Please bring Picture ID
These Champagnes are small production and are not widely available. A selection of these wines will be reserved for tasting guests only to purchase at a discount at Cork Market.
Gingerbread Party
December 10 Two Sessions: 11:30AM & 3:30PM
Cork Market's Seventh Annual Community Gingerbread House Decorating Party Cost: $40 per house (limit 2 adults or 2 adults + 1 child per house).
This event sells out every year, so be sure to reserve your spot early!
Cork Wine Bar is one of 42 Washington restaurants participating in the upcoming DC Foie Fest.
DC Foie Fest is the reincarnation of Foie La La, the H Street foie gras festival started four years ago. It is a friendly competition between local restaurants for the Golden Duck trophy (and bragging rights). Each location will create a foie-centric dish to offer as a menu special and the winner is decided by popular vote.
Foie gras has a rich cultural history, but there are many misconceptions about this culinary delicacy. Our mission this week is to delight foie enthusiasts, to introduce foie to those who have yet to experience it, and to educate diners on foie gras and its production. All participating restaurants are using the highest quality foie gras from Hudson Valley Foie Farms in upstate New York.
JOIN US FOR A CURATED WINEMAKER DINNER WITH ELISABETTA FORADORI FEATURING A MENU CREATED BY CORK CHEF JASON SCHREUDER
Elisabetta's journey in her "wine life" is a familiar tale, but one that we never tire of hearing. The early death of her father unexpectedly hurtled her to the management of the family estate. Though "born among the vines" as she says, she took the helm at first more from a sense of duty than one of passion or vocation. Eventually, however, that passion and vocation came through the work itself, both in the vines and in the cellar. A path of questioning, experiment and intuition (that included everything from biodynamics, to massale selection and the use of amphorae) eventually led her to give up any sense of chasing market trends of the "wine industry" to develop the estate towards the goal of making wines respectful of the soil and the local grapes she wants to honor, and using the techniques she found more interesting, less invasive, and more wine "holistic".
I.G.T Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco"GRAPE: Manzoni Bianco LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: Hills above Trento, Fontanasanta SIZE OF VINEYARDS: various vineyards, in total 3 hectares 6,000 vines per hectare (guyot) SOIL: calcareous clay VINIFICATION:fermentation, with one week of maceration in cement tank, followed by 12 months of aging in acacia casks.
I.G.T Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Fontanasanta Nosiola" GRAPE: Nosiola LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: Fontanasanta, hills above Trento SIZE OF VINEYARDS: Two vineyards for a total of 2 hectares. 6,000 vines per hectare (guyot) - SOIL: calcareous clay VINIFICATION:fermentation with 8 months of maceration in amphora, followed by 2 months of ageing in acacia and oak casks
IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti "Teroldego" GRAPE: Teroldego SOIL: stony alluvial soils with pebbles and gravel LOCATION OF VINEYARDS: various single sites, in total 10 hectares. VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel tanks. Aged 15 months in wood and stainless steel.
$80 PER PERSON (EXCLUSIVE OF TAX & GRATUITY) DINNER WILL TAKE PLACE AT CORK WINE BAR WINES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ~ SPECIAL DISCOUNTS APPLY MUST BE 21 TO PARTICIPATE IN TASTING
California Wines
Saturday, March 26, 2016 2:00PM Cost: $40 per person
Join Geoffrey Bailey of Potomac Selections on March 26th at 2PM as he explores new and boutique wineries throughout California.
These are hand-crafted small production wines that focus on traditional winemaking - balanced and interesting - names like White Rock, Lioco, Arnot-Roberts, Folk Machine, Edmunds st. John, Porter Creek, Matthiasson.
Taste 10 wines - White, Rose, Red to truly explore all that the region has to offer - these wines will surprise you whether you are a new or old world wine drinker.
Special discounts on the wines will apply for all tasting guests. Wines will be available for purchase and pre-order.
Pairing & Terroir
Saturday, April 9, 2016, 2:00-4:00PM
Cork's Pairing & Terroir Class begins your exploration of Old World vs New World & Food and Wine Pairing.
Go beyond the basics to start comparing the true difference of terroir or "sense of place." You will learn the factors that contribute to what finally ends up in the bottle. This class will help you begin to understand and differentiate stylistic variations among various wine varietals & regions - learning the true difference of terroir. Finally, you will refine your ability to analyze and differentiate regional and stylistic variations of wine and build a menu of food & wine pairings.
In this class you will:
Learn to compare different wine styles by grape, region, wine making process
Delve into food and wine pairing
Analyze a wine's components and how these relate to food
Taste wine with food to discover how different flavors work together
Enhance your ability to analyze and talk about wine: smells, tastes, styles and regional differences
Put your knowledge together to confidently pair wine with food
Cork's Wine Fundamentals 101 class begins your journey into the wonderful world of wine!
Start your wine journey by discovering the basic differences in types of grapes, styles and regions, and explore wine-tasting with an eye toward finding out which wines you enjoy the most. This class will give you the tools to begin to understand and differentiate stylistic variations among various wine varietals & regions - learning the true difference of terroir
In this class you will:
Discover the differences between grape varietals
Use your senses to evaluate wine -swirl, sniff & sip
Learn basic wine vocabulary
Explore wine regions
Differentiate wine-making styles and their effect on wine
Enhance your ability to analyze and talk about wine: smells, tastes, styles and regional differences
Feel comfortable buying wine in a store or restaurant
Learn about wine storage and serving techniques
UPCOMING CLASSES: PIEDMONT VS. BURGUNDY
April 23, 7-9PM
Join Doug Mohr of Country Vintner for a comparison of wines from these two classic regions where different terroir creates wines that are bold and elegant, rustic and refined. Often referred to as noble grapes, the Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo wines are defined by their distinctive terroir. We will explore the similarities and differences of these two regions while tasting six wines. The cost for this class is $50. Attendance is limited to ensure the comfort of our guests. Email Events@CorkDC.com or call 202-265-2674 by April 20 to reserve your space.
